The Jammu & Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (JKBOPEE) has announced the 2nd round of counselling for admission to MBBS and BDS courses in 2026. Eligible candidates who participated in the first round and wish to secure a seat in this round must now submit their online preferences through the official JKBOPEE portal. This is a critical step in the admission process — candidates who do not submit preferences in this round may lose their opportunity to be considered for available seats. The notification has been issued under Notification No. 180 dated 05-09-2026.
Eligible candidates must submit their online preferences for the 2nd round of MBBS/BDS counselling immediately through the JKBOPEE portal.
What is the 2nd Round of Counselling?
The 2nd round of counselling is the second phase of seat allocation in the NEET UG 2026 admission process for Jammu & Kashmir. After the first round of counselling and seat allotment, some seats may remain vacant or candidates may have withdrawn. The 2nd round is conducted to fill these remaining seats and give eligible candidates another opportunity to secure admission to MBBS or BDS courses.
In this round, candidates who are eligible — typically those who participated in the first round or newly eligible candidates — can submit fresh preferences for colleges and courses. Based on these preferences, merit, and availability, seats are allocated in the 2nd round.
Who is Eligible to Participate?
The notice does not specify the exact eligibility criteria in the title. However, typically, candidates who are eligible for the 2nd round include those who participated in the 1st round but did not secure a seat, those who rejected their 1st round allotment, or newly eligible candidates who meet the NEET UG 2026 qualification requirements.
To confirm whether you are eligible for the 2nd round, check the official JKBOPEE portal or the detailed notification (Notification No. 180). Your eligibility status should be visible in your candidate login on the counselling portal.
What You Must Do: Submit Online Preferences
The primary action required in this round is to submit your online preferences for colleges and courses. This means you must log into the JKBOPEE counselling portal, view the available seats (colleges, courses, and categories), and rank them in order of your preference.
Preference submission is mandatory if you wish to be considered for seat allotment in the 2nd round. Candidates who do not submit preferences will not be included in the allotment process, even if they are eligible. This is a common reason why candidates miss out on seats — they assume they will be automatically considered, but they must actively submit preferences.
- Log in to the official JKBOPEE counselling portal with your credentials
- View the list of available seats (colleges, courses, categories) for the 2nd round
- Rank the colleges and courses in order of your preference
- Submit your preferences before the deadline
- Save and download the confirmation of submission for your records
Where to Submit Preferences
All preference submissions must be done online through the official JKBOPEE portal. The portal is the only authorized channel for submitting preferences in the 2nd round of counselling.
Visit the JKBOPEE website (www.jkbopee.gov.in) and log in with your NEET UG 2026 registration number and password. The counselling portal link will be available on the homepage. Do not use any third-party website or agent — always go directly to the official JKBOPEE portal.
- Official website: www.jkbopee.gov.in
- Use your NEET UG 2026 registration number and password to log in
- Look for the '2nd Round Counselling' or 'Preference Submission' link
- Complete the process before the deadline
Important Dates and Deadlines
The notice title indicates that the 2nd round counselling and preference submission have been announced under Notification No. 180 dated 05-09-2026. However, the specific dates for preference submission, the deadline, and the date of seat allotment are not provided in the title alone.
You must check the full Notification No. 180 on the JKBOPEE website to find the exact dates. Do not assume — missing a deadline can result in your exclusion from the 2nd round. Visit the portal immediately and note all important dates in your calendar.
- Check Notification No. 180 (dated 05-09-2026) on www.jkbopee.gov.in for exact dates
- Note the preference submission deadline
- Note the date of 2nd round seat allotment
- Mark these dates in your calendar and set reminders
Courses and Categories Covered
The 2nd round of counselling covers admission to MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) and BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) courses in Jammu & Kashmir. Seats are typically allocated across different categories such as General, OBC, SC, ST, and other reserved categories as per J&K regulations.
The exact number of seats available in each college, course, and category for the 2nd round will be displayed on the counselling portal. This information is crucial for making informed preference choices — you should prioritize colleges and courses based on your rank, category, and preferences.
- MBBS (5-year Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery)
- BDS (5-year Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
- Seats allocated across General, OBC, SC, ST, and other reserved categories
How Seat Allotment Works After You Submit Preferences
After the preference submission deadline closes, JKBOPEE will process all submitted preferences using a merit-based algorithm. Your NEET UG 2026 rank, your category, and your preference order are used to allocate seats. A candidate with a higher rank gets priority, and seats are filled according to the preference order.
Once allotment is complete, a merit list or allotment result will be published on the portal. You must check this result to see which seat (if any) has been allocated to you. If you are allotted a seat, you will then need to report to the college and complete admission formalities within the specified time.
- JKBOPEE processes preferences using merit rank and preference order
- Higher-ranked candidates get priority
- Allotment result is published on the portal
- Check the result to see your allocated seat
- Report to the college within the deadline to confirm admission
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Many candidates lose seats in the 2nd round due to preventable mistakes. The most critical error is not submitting preferences at all — if you do not submit, you will not be considered for allotment, even if you are eligible. Another common mistake is submitting preferences too late or after the deadline has passed.
Other mistakes include not ranking preferences carefully (putting a less-preferred college first), not checking the allotment result on time, or missing the reporting deadline at the college. Read the full notification carefully and follow every instruction.
- ⚠️ Not submitting preferences — you will be excluded from allotment
- ⚠️ Submitting after the deadline — your preferences will not be accepted
- ⚠️ Not ranking preferences in order of your actual preference
- ⚠️ Not checking the allotment result on the portal
- ⚠️ Missing the college reporting deadline after allotment
- ✅ Submit preferences well before the deadline
- ✅ Rank colleges and courses carefully in order of preference
- ✅ Check the allotment result as soon as it is published
- ✅ Report to the college immediately after allotment
Documents and Information You May Need
To submit preferences, you will need your NEET UG 2026 registration number, password, and your rank. You should also have information about your category (General, OBC, SC, ST, etc.) and any applicable sub-category or certificate details.
Keep your NEET UG admit card, rank letter, and category certificate (if applicable) handy while submitting preferences. You may also need to provide your contact details and bank account information if you are required to pay any counselling fee. Check the full notification for a complete list of required documents.
- NEET UG 2026 registration number and password
- NEET UG rank
- Category (General, OBC, SC, ST, etc.)
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Contact details (phone, email)
- Bank account details (if counselling fee is applicable)
What Happens After the 2nd Round?
After the 2nd round allotment and reporting, if seats still remain vacant, JKBOPEE may conduct a 3rd round or a spot round of counselling. However, this is not guaranteed — it depends on the number of vacant seats and the board's decision. If you are allotted a seat in the 2nd round and report to the college, you will be admitted and your counselling process ends.
If you are not allotted a seat in the 2nd round, you may be eligible for the next round (if conducted). Keep checking the JKBOPEE portal for announcements about subsequent rounds.
- If allotted and you report: admission is confirmed
- If not allotted: wait for the next round (if announced)
- Keep checking the JKBOPEE portal for updates
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What is the 2nd round of counselling for NEET UG 2026 in Jammu & Kashmir?
The 2nd round of counselling is the second phase of seat allocation for MBBS and BDS admission in J&K. It is conducted to fill seats that remain vacant after the 1st round. Eligible candidates must submit online preferences to be considered for allotment in this round.
Am I eligible for the 2nd round if I did not get a seat in the 1st round?
Typically, yes — candidates who participated in the 1st round but did not secure a seat are eligible for the 2nd round. However, the exact eligibility criteria are specified in Notification No. 180. Check the full notification on the JKBOPEE website or log into the counselling portal to confirm your eligibility status.
What must I do to participate in the 2nd round?
You must submit your online preferences for colleges and courses through the JKBOPEE counselling portal. Log in with your NEET UG registration number and password, rank the available colleges and courses in order of preference, and submit before the deadline. If you do not submit preferences, you will not be considered for allotment.
Where do I submit my preferences for the 2nd round?
All preferences must be submitted online through the official JKBOPEE portal at www.jkbopee.gov.in. Use your NEET UG 2026 registration number and password to log in. Do not use any third-party website or agent — always go directly to the official portal.
What is the deadline for submitting preferences in the 2nd round?
The notice title does not specify the exact deadline. You must check Notification No. 180 (dated 05-09-2026) on the JKBOPEE website for the precise deadline. Missing the deadline will result in your exclusion from the 2nd round, so check immediately and submit well before the cutoff date.
What happens after I submit my preferences?
JKBOPEE will process all submitted preferences using your NEET UG rank, category, and preference order. Seats will be allocated based on merit and availability. An allotment result will be published on the portal — you must check it to see which seat (if any) has been allocated to you.
What if I am allotted a seat in the 2nd round?
If you are allotted a seat, you must report to the college within the specified deadline to confirm your admission. Failure to report on time may result in your seat being cancelled. Check the allotment result as soon as it is published and follow the college's reporting instructions.
What if I am not allotted a seat in the 2nd round?
If you are not allotted a seat in the 2nd round, you may be eligible for the next round of counselling (if JKBOPEE conducts one). Keep checking the JKBOPEE portal for announcements about subsequent rounds. There is no guarantee that another round will be held — it depends on the number of vacant seats.
Can I change my preferences after submitting them?
The notice title does not specify whether preferences can be edited after submission. Check Notification No. 180 for details on whether a preference modification window is available. If it is, you must modify your preferences before the deadline — preferences cannot be changed after the submission window closes.
Is there a counselling fee for the 2nd round?
The notice title does not mention a counselling fee. Check Notification No. 180 and the JKBOPEE portal for information about any applicable fees. If a fee is required, the portal will provide details on how to pay it.
Which courses are covered in the 2nd round?
The 2nd round covers admission to MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) and BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) courses in Jammu & Kashmir. Seats are allocated across different categories such as General, OBC, SC, ST, and other reserved categories as per J&K regulations.
How do I know which colleges and seats are available in the 2nd round?
When you log into the counselling portal to submit preferences, a list of available seats (colleges, courses, and categories) for the 2nd round will be displayed. This list shows all colleges and the number of seats available in each. Use this information to make your preference choices.
The 2nd round of counselling for MBBS/BDS admission 2026 in Jammu & Kashmir is now open for preference submission. Visit the official JKBOPEE portal (www.jkbopee.gov.in) immediately, log in with your NEET UG credentials, and submit your preferences before the deadline. Check Notification No. 180 (dated 05-09-2026) on the website for exact dates, eligibility details, and all procedural information. Do not delay — missing the preference submission deadline will exclude you from the 2nd round allotment.
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